2015-16 Undergraduate Studies Catalog College of Arts & Sciences George Herbert Walker School of Business & Technology Leigh Gerdine College of Fine Arts School of Communications School of Education Published 01 June 2015 Revised 11 June 2015 2015 Webster University
Undergraduate Studies Catalog Undergraduate Studies Catalog This catalog represents policies, procedures and undergraduate program requirements in effect for the 2015-16 academic year, which runs from June 1, 2015 through May 31, 2016. The policies and procedures are the same regardless of delivery method of programs. For general information or application materials: U.S. Citizens to the St. Louis Campus Phone: 314-246-7800 1-800-753-6765 Fax: 314-968-7115 E- mail: admit@webster.edu U.S. Citizens to Extended U.S. Campuses Phone or fax the campus of your choice. (For phone and fax information, see the U.S. Extended Campuses Offering Undergraduate Degree Completion section of this catalog.) International Students and U.S. Citizens Living Abroad to U.S. Campuses Phone: international access code +314-968-7433 Fax: international access code +314-968-7119 E-mail: intlstudy@webster.edu U.S. Residents to International Campuses Phone: 314-968-6988 1-800-984-6857 Fax: 314-968-7119 E- mail: worldview@webster.edu Non-U.S. Residents to International Campuses Phone or fax the campus of your choice. (For phone and fax information, see the International Campuses for Undergraduates section of this catalog.) Webster University is a private, non-profit, independent, multicampus, international institution offering a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Founded in 1915, Webster University s home campus is in Webster Groves, Missouri, USA, a major suburban center of the St. Louis metropolitan area. Webster University also offers programs at extended campus locations throughout the United States, including military education installations and metropolitan centers, international programs in Europe, Africa, Asia and South America, and online distance learning programs in a large number of academic disciplines. The statements set forth in this catalog are for informational purposes only and should not be construed as the basis of a contract between a student and this institution. Webster University reserves the right to change any statement made in this catalog, including but not limited to academic requirements for graduation, without actual notice to individual students. Every effort will be made to keep students advised of any such changes. Each student is responsible for keeping apprised of current graduation requirements for his or her particular degree program. Webster University complies with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, Public Law 93-380 as Amended. Governance Webster University accepts in principle that the governance of the University is a shared responsibility of administration, faculty, and students. Administrators provide executive continuity; faculty and students participate in governance mainly through the constituent assemblies and the work of committees. The latter provide for constructive interactions among administrators, faculty, and students. Organizationally, the Board of Trustees oversees all activities of the University. Leadership is headed by the President, who is responsible for determining the overall strategic direction and priorities for the University. The Provost and Senior Vice President is Webster University's chief academic and chief operating officer. A full description of the organizational structure of the University, including current administrators and a list of Board of Trustees members, can be found at www.webster.edu/president/universityleadership. Notice of Non-Discrimination Webster University is committed to non-discrimination and equal opportunity regarding the treatment of students, faculty and staff. The University considers employment, admissions, financial aid, programs, and activity applications without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, creed, age, ethnic or national origin, or disability. Inquiries or complaints related to any of these areas should be addressed to the appropriate individuals identified below. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Matters concerning student sexual misconduct: Maureen Stroer Student Affairs Coordinator Webster University 470 E. Lockwood Ave. St. Louis, MO 63119 314-246-6980 mstroer@webster.edu Ted F. Hoef Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students Webster University 470 E. Lockwood Ave. St. Louis, MO 63119 314-968-6980 hoeftl@webster.edu Matters concerning athletics: Merry Graf Interim Director of Athletics Webster University 470 E. Lockwood Ave. St. Louis, MO 63119 314-246-7930 mgraf@webster.edu All other matters concerning students: Colette Cummings Associate Dean and Director of the Multicultural Center and International Student Affairs Webster University 470 E. Lockwood Ave. St. Louis, MO 63119 314-246-7738 cumminco@webster.edu Matters concerning academic issues: M. Elizabeth (Beth) Russell Assistant Provost for Graduate Studies Webster University 470 E. Lockwood Ave. Webster University 2015-2016 Undergraduate Studies Catalog i
Undergraduate Studies Catalog St. Louis, MO 63119 314-246-8298 russelmb@webster.edu Matters concerning employees and applicants for employment: Betsy M. Schmutz Associate Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer Webster University 470 E. Lockwood Ave. St. Louis, MO 63119-3194 314-968-6960 schmutz@webster.edu ii Webster University 2015-2016 Undergraduate Studies Catalog
Table of Contents Webster University 2015-2016 Undergraduate Studies Catalog Services for Students...1 Key Dates from the Academic Calendar... 4 Locations Offering Undergraduate Programs...5 Overview... 8 Admission...11 Enrollment...16 Academic Policies and Information... 18 Tuition... 26 Financial Information...29 Student Affairs... 32 Pre-professional Programs...35 Special Study Opportunities...37 Individualized Learning Experiences...40 Dutch-Accredited Degree Programs... 42 Combined Degrees... 46 Faculty...52 Colleges, Schools And Departments College of Arts & Sciences... 78 George Herbert Walker School of Business & Technology... 85 Leigh Gerdine College of Fine Arts...87 School of Communications...92 School of Education... 94 Majors Accounting (BS)...98 Acting (BFA)... 98 Advertising and Marketing Communications (BA)... 99 Animation (BA)... 100 Art with an Emphasis in Studio Art (BA)... 101 Art History and Criticism (BA)... 102 Art with Studio Emphasis (BFA)...102 Art with an Emphasis in Visual Culture (BA)... 104 Art with an emphasis in Graphic Design (BFA)... 105 Audio Production (BA)...106 Audio Production with an Emphasis in International Audio Production (BA)... 106 Biological Sciences (BS)... 107 Biology (BA)...109 Business Administration (BS)...111 Computational Biology (BS)... 111 Computer Science (BS)...112 Computer Science (BS) with an Emphasis in Information Technology... 113 Concert Design (BFA)... 113 Costume Construction (BFA)...114 Costume Design (BFA)... 115 Criminology (BA)... 115 Cultural Anthropology (BA)...116 Dance (BA)... 117 Dance (BFA) with an Emphasis in Ballet... 118 Dance (BFA) with an Emphasis in Modern... 119 Data Analytics (BS)... 120 Directing (BA)... 120 Economics (BA)...121 Education (BA) Art K-12...122 Education (BA) Secondary Unified Science... 123 Education (BA) Early Childhood/Elementary...124 Education (BA) Elementary Education with a Content Specialization or Minor... 125 Education (BA) Foreign Language... 127 Education (BA) Middle School... 128 Education (BA) Secondary English... 129 Education (BA) Secondary Mathematics...131 Education (BA) Secondary Social Science...132 Education (BA) Special Education/Elementary Emphasis... 133 Educational Studies (BA)... 135 English (BA)...135 European Studies (BA)...139 Exercise Science (BS)...140 Film Production (BA)... 141 Film Studies (BA)... 142 Finance (BS)...142 French (BA)... 143 Games and Game Design (BA)... 143 German (BA)... 144 German Studies (BA)... 145 Global Journalism (BA)... 146 History (BA)... 146 Information Management (BS)... 147 Information Systems (BS)... 148 Interactive Digital Media (BA)...148 International Human Rights (BA)...149 International Relations (BA)...150 International Studies (BA)... 152 Journalism (BA)... 153 Legal Studies (BA)... 154 Lighting Design (BFA)... 155 Management (BA)... 156 Management (BA) with an emphasis in Health Care Administration... 156 Management (BA) with an emphasis in Human Resource Management... 157 Management (BA) with an emphasis in International Business... 157 Management (BA) with an emphasis in Marketing... 158 Mathematics (BA)... 159 Mathematics (BS)... 159 Media Communications (BA)...160 Mobile Computing (BS)... 160 Motion Media Production (BA)... 161 Music (BA)... 161 Music (BM) with an Emphasis in Composition... 162 Music (BM) with an Emphasis in Composition (Songwriting)...163 Music Education with an Emphasis in Choral Music K-12 (BMEd)...164 Music Education with an Emphasis in Instrumental Music (BMEd)...165 Music with an Emphasis in Instrumental Performance (BM)... 166 Webster University 2015-2016 Undergraduate Studies Catalog iii
Table of Contents Music with an Emphasis in Jazz Studies-Music Technology (BM)... 167 Music with an Emphasis in Jazz Studies-Performance (BM)...168 Music with an Emphasis in Piano Performance (BM)...168 Music with an Emphasis in Voice Performance (BM)...169 Musical Theatre (BFA)... 170 Nursing (BSN)... 171 Philosophy (BA)...172 Photography (BA)... 173 Political Science (BA)... 174 Psychology (BA)... 175 Psychology (BS)... 177 Public Relations (BA)... 178 Religion and Global Society (BA)...179 Religious Studies (BA)... 179 Scene Design (BFA)...181 Scene Painting (BFA)...181 Scriptwriting (BA)...182 Self-Designed Interdisciplinary Major (BA)...182 Sociology (BA)...183 Sound Design (BFA)... 183 Spanish (BA)... 184 Speech Communication Studies (BA)... 185 Stage Management (BFA)...186 Technical Direction (BFA)... 186 Theatre Studies & Dramaturgy (BA)... 187 Video Production (BA)...188 Wig and Makeup Design (BFA)...189 Women and Gender Studies...189 Minors Advertising and Marketing Communications... 191 Animation Production... 191 Art...191 Art History and Criticism...191 Audio Production... 191 Biology... 191 Business... 192 Chemistry...192 Computer Applications...192 Computer Science... 192 Criminology and Criminal Justice... 192 Cultural Anthropology... 193 Dance Theory... 193 Dance: Technique... 193 Data Analytics...194 Drama Studies in London...194 Economics... 195 English... 195 European Studies... 195 Film Production...196 Film Studies...196 Finance... 197 French...197 General Science... 197 German...197 German Studies...197 Graphic Design...198 History...198 Interactive Digital Media... 198 International Human Rights...198 International Relations...199 Japanese... 199 Journalism...199 Legal Studies...199 Management... 199 Mathematics...200 Media Communications... 200 Media Literacy... 200 Minor in Education...200 Mobile Computing...200 Multicultural Studies... 201 Music...201 Philosophy... 202 Photography...202 Political Science... 202 Professional Writing...202 Psychology...203 Public Relations...203 Religious Studies...203 Scriptwriting... 203 Sociology... 203 Spanish... 204 Speech Communication Studies... 204 Sustainability Studies... 204 Theatre...205 Video Production... 205 Website Design... 205 Website Development...206 Women and Gender Studies...206 Certificates Animation Production... 207 Art Therapy...207 Broadcast Journalism... 207 Buddhist Studies...208 Community Journalism... 208 Curatorial Studies... 209 Data Analytics...209 Digital Media-Design & Production...209 Diversity and Identity in the U.S...210 Documentary Production... 210 Entrepreneurship... 211 German... 212 Interactive Digital Media... 212 International Art Studies... 212 International Human Rights...213 International Languages... 213 International Studies...214 Japanese... 215 Journalism/Professional Writing... 215 Latin American Studies... 215 Magazine Production...216 Marketing... 217 Migration and Refugee Studies...217 Outdoor/Environmental Journalism... 218 iv Webster University 2015-2016 Undergraduate Studies Catalog
Table of Contents Paralegal Studies... 218 Photojournalism/Editorial Photography...218 Practical and Interdisciplinary Ethics...219 Professional Writing...219 Spanish... 220 Sports Journalism...220 Studio/Commercial Photography... 220 Video Game Foundations...221 Website Design... 221 Website Development...221 Women and Gender Studies...222 Course Descriptions ACCT - Accounting...223 ADVT - Advertising...224 ANIM Course Descriptions... 225 ANTH - Cultural Anthropolgy...226 ARHS - Art History... 228 ART- Art...230 AUDI - Audio Production... 234 BIOL - Biology... 237 BUSN - Business...240 CHEM - Chemistry... 241 COAP - Computer Applications...242 CONS - Conservatory Theatre Arts... 244 COSC - Computer Science...245 CRIM - Criminology... 247 CSIS - Computer Information Systems... 248 DANC - Dance...249 DESN - Design...251 ECON - Economics... 252 EDUC - Education... 253 ENGL - English...259 EPMD - Electronic and Photograhpic Media... 262 ESLG - English as a Second Language...262 ETHC - Ethics... 264 EXSC - Exercise Science...264 FILM Course Descriptions...264 FINC - Finance...266 FLST Course Descriptions... 266 FREN - French... 267 FRSH - First Year Seminar... 268 GAME Course Descriptions...268 GNST - General Studies... 269 GRMN - German... 269 HIST - History...270 HLSC - Health Science... 273 HRTS - Human Rights... 274 ILC - International Languages and Cultures...275 INDZ - Individualized Learning...277 INTL - International Relations...277 INTM Course Descriptions... 279 ISTL - International Studies...280 ITAL - Italian...281 JAPN - Japanese... 281 JOUR - Journalism... 282 KEYS - Global Keystone Seminars...285 LATN - Latin... 287 LEGL - Legal Studies...287 MATH - Mathematics...289 MEDC - Media Communications... 291 MNGT - Management...293 MTHT - Mathematics Education...296 MULC - Multicultural Studies...296 MUSC - Music... 296 MUTH - Musical Theatre... 302 NURS - Nursing...303 PBRL - Public Relations...304 PHIL - Philosophy... 305 PHOT - Photography...307 PHYS - Physics...308 POLT - Political Science... 309 PSYC - Psychology...311 RELG - Religious Studies... 315 SCIN - General Science...319 SCPT - Scriptwriting...320 SOCI - Sociology...321 SPAN - Spanish... 324 SPCM - Speech Communications...325 STAT - Statistics...326 SUST - Sustainability Studies... 326 THEA - Theatre... 327 VIDE - Video Production... 328 WGST - Women and Gender Studies...329 WRIT - Writing... 331 WSBT - Walker School... 332 Webster University 2015-2016 Undergraduate Studies Catalog v
Services for Students Services for Students Academic Advising The Academic Advising Center coordinates the undergraduate and graduate advising system. This office provides students with information about academic programs as well as special study opportunities; it also administers registration for graduate degree programs. Contact Information: Web: www.webster.edu/advising Toll Free: 800-982-3847 Phone: 314-968-6972 Email: advising@webster.edu consultation for Kurzweil 3000, Dragon Naturally Speaking, Zoomtext, JAWS, Smartpen, Braille, alternative formatted text, alternative keyboards, reading software and other hardware/ software is available upon request. Alternative formatted textbooks, within permission/copyright publisher parameters, can be ordered for students, faculty and staff whose documented disabilities include this as an accommodation. Contact Information: Phone: 314-246-7620 Email: arc@webster.edu Web: www.webster.edu/arc Academic Resource Center The Academic Resource Center provides academic resources, support, advocacy, and access through relationships that empower students across the worldwide Webster University community. The ARC helps students succeed at Webster in a number of ways including the following: The Writing Center provides a friendly, welcoming place where writers receive one-on-one coaching in order to become independent writers and demystify the writing process. Trained coaches help students through the process of writing a paper. Information about how to schedule appointments can be found on the ARC webpage as well as online resources and helpful writing tips. The Online Writing Center draws on a group of faculty and other writing experts to offer writing coaching to students unable to meet face-to-face. Papers can be submitted via the "Writing Assistance" link in a course's WorldClassRoom template or by following the instructions on the Online Writing Center's website accessible through webster.edu/arc. The Tutoring program provides a pool of capable tutors who can work one-on-one with students to help them achieve greater confidence, independence and success as learners. Individual peer tutoring is available by appointment for both short-term "catch-up" and for ongoing support. Online tutoring is also accessible to Webster University students in high demand graduate level classes. The ARC's Testing Center proctors rescheduled tests with an instructor's approval as well as accommodated tests and the MBA prerequisite waiver exams. Appointments must be made at least one day in advance of requested testing time. Disability Accommodations: Webster University considers admission, financial aid, program, and activity applications without regard to disability. The assistant director of the Academic Resource Center acts as Webster's ADA Coordinator, helping students with documented physical, emotional, or learning disabilities obtain the accommodations they need to have equal access to information and equal opportunity for program success. While Webster University does not provide diagnostic learning disability testing, faculty who suspect a student may have a learning disability should contact the assistant director of the Academic Resource Center for consultation. Students who are concerned that they may have a learning disability may also make arrangements to discuss psychoeducational testing referrals. Students with short-term disabilities (e.g., a broken leg) can also arrange temporary accommodations by contacting the assistant director of the Academic Resource Center. Admission The Office of Admission coordinates the recruitment and processing of applications for undergraduate, graduate and international students. Contact Information: Toll Free: 1 800-753-6765 Phone: 314-246-7800 Fax: 314-968-7122 Email: admin@webster.edu Career Planning and Development Center Career Planning and Development empowers students to become independent job seekers and career managers by focusing on comprehensive career education. Career Planning and Development assists students in all stages of career development. Contact Information: Toll Free: 800-981-9805 Phone: 314-968-6982 Email: careercn@webster.edu Web: www.webster.edu/career-services Financial Aid The Financial Aid Office processes applications for all federal, state, and institutional student financial aid for all applicants throughout the Webster network. Contact Information: Toll Free: 800-983-4623 Phone: 314-968-6992 Fax: 314-968-7125 Email: financialaid@webster.edu Web: www.webster.edu/financialaid Help Desk The Help Desk is your centralized resource for technology issues/ questions, including those pertaining to Connections account setups, accessing the Connections portal (to reach services like email and Student Academic Services), and WorldClassRoom (online courses). Contact Information: Toll Free; 866-435-7270 Phone: 314-968-5995 Email: support@webster.edu Services For Students Students with documented disabilities should contact the ARC to arrange for appropriate accommodations to ensure equal access to Webster's programs and activities. Assistive technology Webster University 2015-2016 Undergraduate Studies Catalog 1
Services for Students International Opportunities Preparing students to be global citizens and leaders is a core part of Webster University s mission. With an acclaimed study abroad program, campuses on four continents, and students from nearly every country in the world, Webster provides students with ample opportunity for a truly international education. To learn how Webster can broaden your horizons, explore the programs and offices below: The Center for International Education (CIE) is a crossroads of international opportunities and activities for the University and surrounding communities. It arranges housing for the international studies major and certificate programs and serves as an information resource for faculty, staff, and students seeking international fellowships, grants, internships and other programs. Web: www.webster.edu/cie As a leader in study abroad education, Webster understands the varying regulations governing travel and study within our network of international campuses. The friendly staff in International Recruitment and International Services assist Webster students from all over the world with these issues, providing help with visas, work, health services, lodging and much more. Web: www.webster.edu/iris The Multicultural Center and the International Student Affairs Department provides programs and services to students and faculty to help foster a community environment that recognizes social differences, respects cultural uniqueness, and facilitates cross-cultural interaction, learning and appreciation. Web: blogs.webster.edu/mcisa Walker Global Hybrid Courses are 3 credit hour courses that consist of a blend of online and immersive travel learning offered by the Walker School of Business & Technology. They are composed of 8 weeks of online work with a 1 week travel component. These courses offer students the opportunity to explore a global business, technology or management issue with online coursework plus an in-country week of company visits, guest lectures and cultural activities. Web: www.webster.edu/walkeraward International Study Opportunities for Webster Students The Office of Study Abroad is the place to start for U.S. based students looking to study at any of Webster s international campuses and beyond. The office prepares students for their travel and connects them with the campus directors and program coordinators who will help them succeed. It s also where faculty start when they re ready to teach at another Webster international campus. A wealth of information and links to resources can be found on the Study Abroad website. Contact Information: Phone: 800-984-6857 or 314-968-6988 Fax: 314-963-6019 Email: worldview@webster.edu Web: www.webster.edu/study-abroad Library Webster University s Emerson Library offers the latest in collections, online resources and information technology. The library houses a collection of more than 300,000 volumes of books, periodicals, scripts, music scores, CDs, DVDs, Blu-Ray, and other media. Library resources are not limited to materials found in the building. At http://library.webster.edu students, faculty, and staff will discover a wealth of electronic resources. Accessible 24/7 from campus, home, or office, these valuable resources include the library s online catalog; over 150 online and full-text databases; video tutorials; Internet resources; and online services, including reference and electronic reserves. Of course, the Library is more than just its physical and virtual presence - it is also a group of helpful, enthusiastic staff. Professional librarians offer general reference assistance in person, over the phone, or via email and chat, and appointments can be made for in-depth help (either in person or online) from a subject specialist. Whether online or in person, come experience the library yourself! Contact Information: Toll Free: 800-985-4279 Phone: 314-968-7152 Email: askref@webster.edu Web: library.webster.edu Military Student Information Webster University and the U.S. Department of Defense have worked together for 41 years to provide high-quality and costeffective undergraduate and graduate programs at 39 military installations across the nation. Webster University's Office of Military Affairs (OMA) is committed to the continuing education needs of our military. The OMA s mission is to provide Webster s military students with access to the global Webster University network through a single touch point. The OMA can assist military students in multiple areas, including financial aid, academic advising, academic testing, transfer credit (including our 43 Cooperative Degree programs), grants and proposals, military alumni and military student life activities (tutoring, writing assistance, accommodation assistance). Additionally, the OMA has a full time Veterans Administration (VA) Success on Campus (VSOC) rep on campus and is fully equipped to offer any Webster Veteran student the needed VA help they may need. Contact Information: Phone: 314-246-VETS (8387) Toll Free: 1-800-981-9801, ext...vets (8387) E-mail: oma@webster.edu Web: www.webster.edu/military Office of the Registrar The Office of the Registrar submits loan deferments to lenders, certifies degree audits, sends letters of good standing, does enrollment verifications, degree verifications, transfer credit evaluations, processes transcript requests, works with GoArmyEd, registers students, processes adds, drops, and withdrawals. Contact Information: Toll Free: 800-987-3447 Phone: 314-968-7450 Fax: 314-968-7112 Email: registraroffice@webster.edu Web: www.webster.edu/academics/registrar.html Student Affairs Student Affairs is responsible for all co-curricular programs including Career Planning and Development, Student Employment, Campus Ministry, Counseling, First Year Experience (FYE) and New Student Orientation Programs, Campus Dining Services, Housing and Residential Life, Student Health Services, Multicultural and International Student Affairs, WebsterLEADs, Office of Student Engagement, and the University Center. The Dean s office responds to student concerns and problems, administers emergency student loan funds, the Money for 2 Webster University 2015-2016 Undergraduate Studies Catalog
Services for Students Textbooks program (for St. Louis and online students only), the undergraduate tuition adjustment process, makes referrals to appropriate resources, advises on all policies affecting students, and coordinates all judicial proceedings. Contact Information: Toll Free: 800-981-9804 Phone: 314-968-6980 Fax: 314-963-4757 Web: www.webster.edu/campus-life Services For Students Webster University 2015-2016 Undergraduate Studies Catalog 3
Key Dates from the Academic Calendar Key Dates from the Academic Calendar U.S. Campuses Summer Term 2015 May 11 - May 29: May term May 25: Memorial Day May 26: First 5-week session begins June 8: Summer session begins June 26: First 5-week session ends June 29: Second 5-week session begins July 4: Independence Day Holiday July 31: Summer session ends July 31: Second 5-week session ends Aug. 1: Summer graduation date Fall 2015 Aug. 24: Fall 1 Classes Start Aug. 24: Fall Semester Classes Start Sep. 7: Labor Day Holiday Oct. 16: Fall 1 Classes End Oct. 19-23: Fall Break Oct. 26: Fall 2 Classes Start Nov. 26-27: Thanksgiving Break Dec. 18: Fall 2 Classes End Dec. 18: Fall Semester Classes End Dec. 19: Graduation Date 16-week semester Geneva, Leiden, Vienna: Jan. 13-May 9 London: Jan. 20-May 2 Thailand: Jan. 13-May 9 Second 8-week session Geneva, Leiden, London, Vienna: March 17-May 9 Thailand: March 17-May 10 Ghana: March 17-May 9 For a full academic calendar, including registration dates and drop and withdrawal deadlines go to www.webster.edu/academics/ academic-calendar. Spring 2016 Jan. 11: Spring Semester Classes Start Jan. 11: Spring 1 Classes Start Jan. 18: Martin Luther King Jr. Day March 4: Spring 1 Classes End March 7-12: Spring Break March 14: Spring 2 Classes Start May 6: Spring Semester Classes End May 6: Spring 2 Classes End May 7: Commencement May 14: Graduation Date International Campuses Fall 2015 First 8-week session Geneva, Leiden, Vienna: Aug. 25-Oct. 17 Thailand: Aug. 18-Oct. 11 Ghana: Aug. 25-Oct. 17 16-week semester Geneva, Leiden, Vienna: Aug. 25-Dec. 19 London: Sept. 2-Dec.13 Thailand: Aug. 18-Dec. 12 Ghana: Aug. 25-Dec. 19 Second 8-week session Geneva, Leiden, Vienna: Oct. 27-Dec. 19 Thailand: Oct. 20-Dec. 13 Ghana: Oct. 27-Dec. 19 Spring 2016 First 8-week session Geneva, Leiden, Vienna: Jan. 13-March 7 Thailand: Jan. 13-March 8 Ghana: Jan. 13-March 7 4 Webster University 2015-2016 Undergraduate Studies Catalog
Locations Offering Undergraduate Programs Locations Offering Undergraduate Programs Campus offerings listed below are accurate as of June 1, 2015. Please see individual campus websites or Webster's Program Finder for current offerings. United States Please see the Licensures/Approvals and Specialized Accreditation section of this catalog to view individual state licensure information. California Irvine Metropolitan Campus 32 Discovery, Suite 250 Irvine, CA 92618 Ph: (949) 450-9066 Fax: (949) 450-9004 irvine@webster.edu BA Psychology BS Business Administration Cert Entrepreneurship Cert Interactive Digital Media Cert Paralegal Studies St. Louis Home Campus 470 E. Lockwood Ave. St. Louis, MO 63119 Ph: (314) 968-6900 gadmit@webster.edu Programs offered: Unless otherwise noted, all programs listed in this catalog are offered at the St. Louis home campus. Programs offered: (degree completion only) BA Management Los Angeles Air Force Base Campus 61 FSS/FSD 483 N. Aviation Blvd. Bdg 272 Rm C2-302 El Segundo, CA 90245 Ph: (310) 607-8005 Fax: (310) 607-8008 losangeles@webster.edu Programs offered: (degree completion only) BA Management Missouri Kansas City Metropolitan Campus 1200 East 104th Street, Suite 100 Kansas City, MO 64131 Ph: (816) 444-1000 Fax: (816) 444-1740 kansascity@webster.edu Programs offered: (degree completion only) BA Criminology BA Management BA Management: Health Care Administration BA Management: Human Resources Management Nursing (BSN) Gateway Campus, St. Louis 815 Olive Street, Suite 20 St. Louis, MO 63101 Ph: (314) 968-5966 Fax: (314) 621-9232 downtown@webster.edu Westport Campus 11885 Lackland Rd. Suite 600 St. Loius, MO 63146 Ph: (314) 968-5955 Fax: (314) 291-5099 westport@webster.edu Programs offered: BA Criminology BA Management BA Management: Health Care Administration BS Business Administration BS Computer Science WingHaven Campus, St. Charles County 2229 Technology Drive Suite 300 O'Fallon, MO 63368-7344 Ph: (636) 561-2400; 968-5988 Fax: (636) 625-2522 winghaven@webster.edu Programs offered: BA Management BA Management: Health Care Administration BS Business Administration South Carolina Charleston Metropolitan Campus 4105 Faber Place Drive, Suite 100 N. Charleston, SC 29405 Ph: (843) 408-4145 Fax: (843) 760-1153 charleston@webster.edu Programs offered: (degree completion only) BA Management BA Psychology Locations Offering Undergraduate Programs Programs offered: BA Criminology BA Legal Studies BA Management Columbia Metropolitan Campus 8911 Farrow Road, Suite 101 Columbia, SC 29203 Ph: (803) 699-0900 Fax: (803) 699-2488 Webster University 2015-2016 Undergraduate Studies Catalog 5
Locations Offering Undergraduate Programs columbia@webster.edu Programs offered: (degree completion only) BA Management BA Psychology Greenville Metropolitan Campus 124 Verdae Drive, Ste. 400 Greenville, SC 29607 Ph: (864) 438-2718 Fax: (864) 676-0601 greenville@webster.edu Programs offered: (degree completion only) BA Management BA Psychology International Africa Accra Campus Webster University-Ghana 4th Circular Road Contonments Accra, Ghana AFRICA Ph: +233-30-277-4250 Programs offered in Ghana: BA International Relations BA Management BA Media Communications Austria Vienna Campus Admission Officer Webster University Berchtoldgasse 1 A-1220 Vienna AUSTRIA Ph: (011) 431-269-92 93 Fax: (011) 431-269-92-93-13 Programs offered in Vienna: BA International Relations BA Management BA Management: International Business BA Management: Marketing BA Media Communications BS Business Administration Cert Digital Media-Design and Production Cert Website Design The Netherlands Leiden Campus Admission Officer Webster University Boommarkt 1-2311 EA Leiden, Netherlands Ph: (011) 31 (0)71 516 8000 Fax: (011) 31 (0)71 516 8001 Programs offered in Leiden: BA International Relations BA Management BA Management: International Business BA Management: Marketing BA Media Communications BA Psychology Bachelor of International Business and Management Studies Bachelor of Applied Behavioral and Social Sciences BS Business Administration Cert International Human Rights Switzerland Geneva Campus Admission Officer Route de Collex 15-CH1293 Geneva, Switzerland Ph: (011) 41-22-959-8000 Fax: (011) 41-22-959-8013 Programs offered in Geneva: BA European Studies BA History BA International Relations BA Management BA Media Communications BA Photography BA Psychology BS Business Administration BS Computer Science BS Information Management Cert Documentary Production Cert International Human Rights Cert Magazine Production Cert Marketing Cert Photojournalism Cert Studio/Commercial Photography Cert Website Design Cert Website Development Thailand Hua Hin/Cha-am Campus Admission Officer Webster University Thailand 143 Moo 5, Tambon Sampraya, Cha-am, Petchaburi 76120 Thailand Ph: (011) 66 (32) 456-161-8 Fax: (011) 66 (32) 456 169 Programs offered at Hua Hin/Cha-am: BA Advertising and Marketing Communications BA International Relations BA Management BA Management: Human Resources Management BA Management: International Business BA Management: Marketing BA Media Communications BA Psychology BS Business Administration CERT Buddhist Studies United Kingdom Webster at Regent's College Admission Officer 6 Webster University 2015-2016 Undergraduate Studies Catalog
Locations Offering Undergraduate Programs Regent's College Inner Circle, Regents Park London NW1 4NS, United Kingdom Ph: (011) 44 (0)20 7487 7433 Fax: (011) 44 (0) 20 7487 7557 --This campus is no longer accepting new students.-- BA European Studies BA Film Studies BA History BA International Human Rights BA International Relations BA Management BA Management: International Business BA Media Communications BA Political Science BA Psychology BA Public Relations Online Programs Webster's online program is designed for graduate and undergraduate students, full-time or part time, for those in the U.S. as well as those in other countries. Each online course meets the same rigorous academic standards as our traditional classroom programs with the convenience of taking classes from home or another location 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. See the Online Programs website for more information. Current Undergraduate Programs Offered Online: College of Arts & Sciences BA Religion and Global Society BS in Nursing (RN to BSN) Certificate in Professional Writing Walker School of Business & Technology BA Data Analytics BA Management Certificate in Website Design Certificate in Website Development School of Communications BA Media Communications Undergraduate programs marked with this symbol are considered degree completion programs, requiring students to have earned an associate's degree or 64 credit hours of transferable college credit from a regionally accredited institution Locations Offering Undergraduate Programs for admission to the program. For more information, please contact the Office of Admission. Webster University 2015-2016 Undergraduate Studies Catalog 7
Overview Overview Webster University is a private, non-profit, multicampus, international institution offering a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate programs. The University s headquarters is located in Webster Groves, a major suburban center of the St. Louis metropolitan area. Webster students enjoy the advantages traditionally associated with a small undergraduate college, as well as alternative options normally provided only by larger institutions. In addition to the programs offered at the Webster Groves campus, the University provides undergraduate study opportunities at the following St. Louis locations: the historic Old Post Office Building in downtown St. Louis. in St. Louis County at Westport. the Winghaven Complex in St. Charles County. Webster University also offers undergraduate education at the following extended-campus locations in the United States: Kansas City, Missouri; Los Angeles and Irvine, California; and Columbia, Charleston, and Greenville, South Carolina. Students may also study at Webster s international campuses in Accra, Ghana; Geneva, Switzerland; Leiden, The Netherlands; London, United Kingdom; Vienna, Austria; or Hua Hin/Cha-am, Thailand. Last year, the Webster Groves campus enrolled 3,002 undergraduate students, and the undergraduate population at all locations totaled 4,997. The University s worldwide enrollment is more than 20,000 students. Mission and Values Mission Webster University, a worldwide institution, ensures high quality learning experiences that transform students for global citizenship and individual excellence. Vision Our vision is to be a premier U.S- based international university setting a distinct standard for global education. This vision is built on a foundation of excellence in teaching and enhanced by an international perspective that fosters dialogue, respect and understanding across boundaries and between peoples. The educational endeavors in support of this vision are meeting the needs and enriching a global mix of learners within an ever increasing network of students desiring a U.S. education in multiple parts of the world. The institution is committed to offering these students a distinct personal experience and building the resources required to achieve this vision. The actions of the institution are shaped by our core values. Core Values Students By sustaining a personalized approach to education through small classes, close relationships with faculty and staff, and attention to student life. Diversity By creating an environment accessible to individuals of diverse cultures, ages, and socioeconomic backgrounds and instilling in students a respect for diversity and an understanding of their own and others values. Global Citizenship By educating a diverse population locally, nationally, and internationally, acting responsibly toward the environment to foster a sustainable future, and strengthening the communities we serve. Statement of Ethics Webster University strives to be a center of academic excellence. The University makes every effort to ensure the following: The opportunity for students to learn and inquire freely The protection of intellectual freedom and the rights of professors to teach The advancement of knowledge through scholarly pursuits and relevant dialogue The University community is by nature pluralistic and diverse. Those who elect to participate in the Webster University community--students, faculty, staff, administrators, alumni, and directors--accept the responsibility of sharing in the effort to achieve the University s mission as an institution of higher learning. Each member is expected to respect the objectives of the University and the views of its members. Participants in this shared enterprise strive to be governed by what ought to be rather than by what is. To accomplish its goals, members of the University community aspire to a higher standard than mere compliance with formalized University requirements and local, state, and federal laws. Webster University endeavors to fulfill the following expectations: Preserve academic honor and integrity by repudiating all forms of academic and intellectual dishonesty Treat others with respect and dignity Respect the rights and property of others Act with concern for the safety and well-being of its associates Inquiry, discourse, and dissent, within the framework of an ordered academic environment, are seminal elements of a university community and of a free democratic society. Members of the Webster University community recognize this and are consequently supportive of democratic and lawful procedure and dedicated to rational approaches to solving problems. This assumes openness to change as well as commitment to historical values. Learning By developing educational programs that join theory and practice, provide an international perspective, encourage creativity and scholarship, and foster a lifelong desire to learn and actively serve communities and the world. 8 Webster University 2015-2016 Undergraduate Studies Catalog
Overview Accreditation Licensure is not an endorsement or guarantee of quality. If students at the Charleston, Columbia, Greenville, and Myrtle Beach Metropolitan Campuses have complaints about a classroom situation, they should first attempt to resolve the situation with the instructor. If resolution cannot be made with the instructor, or if the complaint is about a general school policy over which the instructor has no jurisdiction, then they may contact the school director for mediation. If the complaint cannot be resolved at the school level through its complaint procedure, students may file a complaint with the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education. The complaint form is available at http://www.che.sc.gov/che_docs/academicaffairs/license/ Complaint_procedures_and_form.pdf. Webster University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, IL 60604, hlcommission.org 800.621.7440. The accreditation, which was awarded in 1925, includes undergraduate and graduate levels at all locations where the University offers programs. The Missouri Department of Higher Education serves as a clearinghouse for postsecondary student complaints. The MDHE complaint policy contains information about the complaint process and includes instructions for how to file a formal complaint. Note that the policy provides that a student who wishes to file a complaint with the department must first exhaust all formal and informal avenues provided by the institution to resolve disputes. State Licensures California "Notice of Student Rights" in California You may cancel your contract for school, without any penalty or obligations, by the fifth business day following your first class as described in the Notice of Cancellation form that will be given to you. Read the Notice of Cancellation form for any explanation of your cancellation rights and responsibilities. If you have lost your Notice of Cancellation form, ask the school for a sample copy. After the end of the cancellation period, you also have the right to stop school at any time, and you have the right to receive a refund for the part of the course not taken. Your refund rights are described in the contract. If you have lost your contract, ask the school for a description of the refund policy. If the school closes before you graduate, you may be entitled to a refund. If you have any complaints, questions, or problems which you cannot work out with the school, write or call: Bureau for Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education P.O. Box 980818 West Sacramento, CA 95798-0818 Telephone: 916-445-3427 Kansas Kansas Board of Regents 1000 SW Jackson Street, Suite 520 Topeka, KS 66612-1368 (785) 296-3421 South Carolina The metropolitan campuses in Charleston, Columbia, Greenville, and Myrtle Beach are licensed by the: SC Commission on Higher Education 1122 Lady Street, Suite 300 Columbia, SC 29201 Telephone: 803-737-2260 Specialized Accreditations Business and Management programs are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) Music programs and degrees are fully accredited and approved by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM). Nursing programs and degrees are accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Webster University is registered for state teachers' certificates by the Department of Education of the State of Missouri and is approved by the National Board for Certified Counselors, Inc. as a continuing education provider. Only the St. Louis Campus' legal studies BA, MA and Paralegal Certificates are approved by the American Bar Association. The nurse anesthesia program is accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA) of nurse anesthesia educational programs. Education programs are accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). International Recognitions China: The Webster University MBA program, offered in partnership with the Shanghai University of Finance and Economics, is officially approved by and recognized by the Ministry of Education in China. Ghana: Webster University Ghana has received full accreditation in Ghana from the National Accreditation Board. Thailand: Webster University in Thailand is accredited as a private university by the Thailand Ministry of Education under Thai law. Austria: Webster University in Vienna is accredited by the Austrian Ministry for Science and Research as a private university under Austrian law. The Netherlands: Webster University programs in the Netherlands are accredited by the Netherlands-Flemish Accreditation Agency (NVAO). Webster is an approved institute of higher education under Dutch law. Memberships Webster University holds membership in the following organizations or associations: American Association for Paralegal Education American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) American Association of Colleges of Teacher Education (AACTE) American Council on Education Association of American College and University Programs in Switzerland Overview Webster University 2015-2016 Undergraduate Studies Catalog 9
Overview Association of American Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) Association of Theatre in Higher Education College Art Consortium College Board College Consortium for International Studies Council for Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL) Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) Council on International Educational Exchange Educational Theatre Association Higher Education Council of Metropolitan St. Louis Independent Colleges and Universities of Missouri Institute of International Education International Council of Fine Arts Deans Missouri Music Educators Association National Education Association National League for Nursing Webster University has been designated as an institutional member of Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges, a group of more than 400 colleges and universities providing voluntary postsecondary education to members of the military throughout the world. As a member of SOC, Webster University recognizes the unique nature of the military lifestyle and has committed itself to easing the transfer of relevant course credits, providing flexible academic residency requirements, and crediting learning from appropriate military training and experiences. SOC has been developed jointly by educational representatives of each of the Armed Services, the Office of the Secretary of Defense, and a consortium of 13 leading national higher education associations; it is sponsored by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities, and the American Association of Community and Junior Colleges. Graduates of Webster University are eligible for membership in the American Association of University Women and the American College of Hospital Administrators. The University also holds appropriate licensure, accreditations, or approvals within the recognized state approval agencies for all locations where Webster University offers programs. 10 Webster University 2015-2016 Undergraduate Studies Catalog
Admission Admission General Admission Information The University considers applications for admission on a rolling basis. The Admission Committee reviews applications as soon as all supporting documents have been received. Applicants are encouraged to apply at the beginning of the term or semester prior to which they wish to enroll. While the Office of Admission makes every attempt to accommodate students who apply at any time, applications completed less than one week prior to beginning of a term or semester may not be reviewed before courses begin. The application for admission to the St. Louis campus also serves as the merit scholarship application. March 1 is the priority deadline to complete the application for fall semester applicants who wish to maximize their consideration for scholarship, financial aid, and housing. Applications submitted for the fall semester after the March 1 priority date will be considered for scholarship, financial aid, and housing spaces on an "as available" basis. Students should apply to only one Webster University campus. Applicants may contact the Webster Worldwide Office of Admission to request a change in the Webster campus location of an existing application. Contact Information for the Office of Admission The Office of Admission is located on the St. Louis Home Campus in Webster Hall: Office Location: Webster University Webster Hall 130 470 East Lockwood Avenue Saint Louis, MO 63119-3194 U.S.A. Email:admit@webster.edu Phone: 314-246-7800 or 1-800-753-6765 Fax: 314-246-7116 St. Louis campus applications and supporting documents may be sent by regular mail or post to: Office of Admission Webster University 470 E. Lockwood Ave. St. Louis, MO 63119 Application documents submitted from outside the United States may be sent to the following mailing address: Webster University 40 North Rock Hill Road Webster Groves, Missouri 63119-2242 USA ATTN: Office of Admission Prospective applicants to one of the University's worldwide campuses should make direct contact with the respective Admission Office at the campus in which they are interested. Campus addresses, phone and fax numbers, and web addresses are available at http://www.webster.edu/locations/ Freshman Admission To be considered for freshman admission, applicants should submit the following: A completed online application for undergraduate admission. Students may submit the University's institutional application or The Common Application. Equal consideration is given to both during the admission review. A $35 nonrefundable application fee. An official high school transcript. All transcripts issued in a language other than English must be accompanied by a certified English translation. An official copy of test scores from either the ACT or SAT for applicants who attend U.S. high schools or international secondary schools that use English as the language of instruction. Scores listed on an official high school transcript are considered official. A 300 to 500 word essay on a topic of the student's choice, such as a special interest, significant experience, or notable achievement. A resume of school and community activities, including offices held and awards received. One letter of recommendation from a high school guidance counselor or teacher. Some academic programs have additional admission requirements, such as an audition or portfolio review for programs in the Leigh Gerdine College of Fine Arts. These requirements are outlined below and in their respective academic section of the catalog. After the application is completed, the University Admission Committee will render an academic admission decision. Upon submission or completion of the portfolio or audition, the respective department's admission committee will render a programmatic decision. Home schooled applicants are welcomed and should submit a high school transcript or an official copy of General Equivalency Diploma (GED) test scores. Early Admission: Students wishing to enroll prior to high school graduation should submit a recommendation from the high school principal that states the student is in good standing and is adequately prepared for college-level work in order to be considered.this letter is needed to complete the application. Additional Documentation U.S. Permanent Residents should submit a copy of the front and back of the resident alien card. International applicants who will require a student visa or resident permit must submit a photocopy of the biographical page from their passport. Applicants whose native language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency by submitting official copies of valid test scores from TOEFL, Academic IELTS, or Pearson. All official documents and other materials submitted in support of the application become University property and cannot be returned or reproduced. Freshman Admission Criteria Freshman applicants are expected to complete a college preparatory secondary school program with at least 19 units of academic credit. The University strongly recommends the following distribution: English: 4 units History/Social studies: 3 units Mathematics: 3 units Foreign Language: 2 units Science (two laboratory): 3 units Fine Arts: 1 unit Academic electives: 3 units The Admission Committee reviews each application individually in order to evaluate demonstrated academic ability. During this review the University looks for evidence of potential academic success at Webster. 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Admission the applicant's grades in academic courses, achievement on standardized tests, and class rank, when available. The essay, the recommendation(s), and school/community achievements are also important considerations in the University's decision-making process. Applicants most likely to be admitted will have a cumulative grade point average of at least a B, a minimum ACT composite score of 21 or an SAT score of 1000 (critical reading and math), and a class rank in the top 50 percent of their high school class, if applicable. Within the first term of enrollment at Webster each applicant to the freshman class is required to submit a final high school transcript and/or external examination certifying the date of graduation within the first term of enrollment at Webster. Students who fail to do so will not be permitted to register for subsequent terms. academic experiences will provide an adequate foundation for success in college-level coursework taken at Webster. The most important factor considered is the applicant's previous academic record, as evidenced by high school and/or college transcripts. Strong consideration will be given to applicants who have achieved a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or better (on a 4.0 scale) on all previous academic work. Certain academic programs have additional academic requirements. Please refer to the "Admissions to Desired Major" section for details on those majors. Webster strongly encourages transfer students to contact the University early in their academic careers to request information about transfer to the University. More information on credit transfer, special transfer opportunities, and degree requirements can be found in the Academic Policies and Information section. Adult/Transfer Application Each adult freshman applicant and each transfer applicant who has previously attended a college/university or other postsecondary institution must submit: A completed online application for undergraduate admission (available at http://webster.edu/apply). A $35 nonrefundable application fee. An official high school transcript listing date of graduation or GED scores, if the applicant has successfully completed fewer than 30 semester credit hours (approximately one year) of university level credit. An official transcript from each college, university, or other post-secondary institution previously attended. All transcripts issued in a language other than English must be accompanied by a certified English translation. Additional credentials as requested. Additional Application Requirements An audition or portfolio review is required for students applying as fine and performing arts (art, dance, music, or theatre) majors. See Special Program Admission Requirements. R.N. to B.S.N. degree completion students should contact the Nursing Department on the St. Louis campus for information regarding additional admission credentials and requirements. Students will be required to submit a professional résumé. Students must have their RN license to be considered for admission to this program. Applicants interested in attending the Nursing program in Kansas City should contact that campus. Applicants with prior military experience should submit copies of their service records to be considered for transfer credits. For Air Force servicemen and women, transcripts from the Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) are acceptable. Transcripts from CCAF should be requested and sent to the Webster University Office of Admission. For all other branches of service, the Joint Services Transcript (JST) transcript should be requested and sent to the Office of Admission. Students can request the JST by visiting https:// jst.doded.mil. U.S. Permanent Residents should submit a copy of front and back of the resident alien card. International applicants who will require a student visa or resident permit must submit a photocopy of the biographical page from their passport. Applicants whose native language is not English must demonstrate English proficiency by submitting official copies of test scores from TOEFL, Academic IELTS, or Pearson. Adult/Transfer Admission Criteria When considering an adult/transfer applicant, the Admission Committee looks for documentation that the student's prior Application for International Students Webster University welcomes applications for admission from students from all countries. Non-U.S. citizens, U.S. citizens applying from outside the U.S. and any student applying to a campus outside the United States should apply online at http://www.webster.edu/ apply. A non-refundable application fee of $35 is required. An official high school transcript. All transcripts issued in a language other than English must be accompanied by a certified English translation. A 300 to 500 word essay on a topic of the student's choice, such as a special interest, significant experience, or notable achievement. One letter of recommendation from a counselor or teacher Some academic programs have additional admission requirements, such as an audition or portfolio review for programs in the Leigh Gerdine College of Fine Arts. These requirements are outlined below and in their respective academic section of the catalog. After the application is completed, the University Admission Committee will render an academic admission decision. Upon submission or completion of the portfolio or audition, the respective department's admission committee will render a programmatic decision. International Transfer Students: An official transcript from all colleges/universities/post-secondary schools attended must be submitted to the Office of Admission. In addition, an official high school transcript listing the date of graduation is required, if the applicant has successfully completed fewer than 30 semester credit hours (approximately one year) of university level credit. Additional Documentation U.S. Permanent Residents should submit a copy of the front and back of the resident alien card. International applicants who will require a student visa or resident permit must submit a photocopy of the biographical page from their passport. Applicants whose native language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency by submitting official copies of valid test scores from TOEFL, Academic IELTS, or Pearson. Applying for a visa: Students requiring a visa to study in the country in which their campus is located will be required to provide additional documentation for the visa process. Visa documentation requirements can vary at international campus locations depending upon the applicant's citizenship status and/or country of origin at the time of acceptance to the University. Applicants should check with the campus they plan to attend for specifics. The University will notify applicants if additional documentation is required to complete the application file. For current information, please contact the campus at which you plan to enroll. 12 Webster University 2015-2016 Undergraduate Studies Catalog
Admission Undergraduate Degree Completion Admission Applicants to Webster's upper-division degree completion programs must follow application procedures listed under Adult/ Transfer Application and must have successfully completed an associate's degree or at least 64 credit hours (or 56 credit hours in the state of California) of college-level work prior to beginning studies at the University. Online Programs Webster University offers undergraduate degree programs in an online format. For a complete listing of available programs, please visit the Online Learning Center's website:www.webster.edu/ online/programs. Students interested in pursuing a degree in an online format must abide by the same admission requirements mentioned above, depending on their incoming status (whether freshman, adult, or transfer). Additionally, because many of the undergraduate degree options offered online are degree completion programs, they are subject to the additional degree completion admission requirements mentioned above. Online students are encouraged to submit an application for admission at the beginning of the term or semester prior to which they wish to enroll. Conditional Admission The University may choose to admit a student whose academic credentials fall below stated requirements on a conditional basis. Students who are accepted on a conditional basis may be required to take specific courses during their first semester at the University and consult with representatives of the University's Academic Resource Center. Conditionally admitted students must successfully complete their first semester with a resident grade point average of at least 2.0 or above in order to remain at the University. Provisional Admission An accepted student whose application file is incomplete due to an outstanding final transcript or other required document is classified as a provisional admit. This status applies to all international and transfer students still enrolled in coursework, those who need to submit external examination results, or those students who submit uncertified translations of transcripts. Students admitted on a provisional basis must submit all required documents before they may register for a subsequent semester. Full Admission An accepted student whose formal application file contains all official and final transcripts and, if needed, literal and certified translations of applicable documents is classified as a full accept. Freshman students receive a "full accept" prior to a final transcript being received; however, freshman are required to submit a final high school transcript within the first term of enrollment. General Application Information Admission to Desired Major The Admissions Committee at Webster University reviews each applicant's background for two areas of competence. The initial review focuses on the student's overall academic performance in all coursework attempted prior to application at Webster. The second review concentrates on the student's previous preparation and ability in the intended major area(s). The decision regarding admission to the University will be based on both areas of review. However, admission to the University does not guarantee acceptance as a declared major in any specific program. Students normally request formal acceptance into the desired major after a period of satisfactory academic progress at Webster. Requirements for acceptance as a major vary and are set by individual departments and programs. Certificate Program Application Students who wish to pursue a Certificate program at Webster must apply and be accepted as a degree-seeking student. Deferred Admission An accepted student may request a deferral of their acceptance for up to one academic year by making a written request to the Admission Office. Students who defer admission must submit official transcripts of any academic work completed after acceptance and prior to enrollment at Webster. Readmission Degree-seeking students whose enrollment has been interrupted for one calendar year or longer must apply for readmission prior to resuming studies at the University. Readmitted students follow the academic policies and degree requirements of the catalog in effect at the term of their re-enrollment. Readmission is normally requested through the Office of Academic Advising. Students requesting readmission must submit official transcripts of all academic work completed since prior enrollment at Webster. Students must pay any outstanding balance in the Business Office before the student is permitted to enroll. Students who voluntarily leave the University while on academic probation will be readmitted on probation. See the Academic Probation and Dismissal under Academic Policies and Information. Non-Academic Issues and Admission Webster University reserves the right to deny admission based on non-academic reasons when it is believed to be in the best interest of the University. A disciplinary violation or criminal conviction may affect admission, enrollment, or course of study, whether occurring prior to the time of application, while the application is under review, or after the admission decision has been made. Failure by the applicant to fully disclose this information on the application can result in revocation of the admission offer, disenrollment after matriculation, or other disciplinary action. If a student's application misrepresents any information, for any reason, admission or enrollment may be revoked. Notification of Decision on Admission The University's admission decision is communicated by letter. Students who are admitted will receive enrollment confirmation materials with their acceptance letter. English Language Proficiency Applicants whose primary language is not English must document their English language proficiency at the time of application. Applicants normally satisfy this requirement by submitting official scores within the past two years of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or Academic IELTS. The scores required for full undergraduate admission are as follows: TOEFL: ibt: 80 IELTS: Academic: 6.0 Pearson: 53 Equivalent Cambridge, Oxford, NEAB, TEEP, Academic IELTS, London Certificate, and Pearson test results that are current can be considered in lieu of the TOEFL. Students who cannot document current evidence of English proficiency should contact the campus to which they are applying for on-site testing. In such cases, testing must be completed before the admission decision will be made. Webster University will refer for testing any applicant for admission about whose English language Admission Webster University 2015-2016 Undergraduate Studies Catalog 13
Admission proficiency an admissions officer has concerns. All English as a Second Language (ESL) recommendations and requirements are a condition of the applicant's admission, enrollment, and/or continued enrollment at the University. Use these correct institutional codes for Webster University when requesting an official TOEFL score report: St. Louis campus: 6933 Geneva campus: 0546 Hua Hin/Cha-am campus: 7954 Leiden campus: 0548 London campus: 0549 Vienna campus: 0547 Use these institutional codes for Webster University when requesting an official ACT score report: Geneva campus: 5154 Hua Hin/Cha-am campus: 5361 Leiden campus: 5175 London campus: 5312 Vienna campus: 5466 In lieu of submitting one of the English proficiency examinations above, students can demonstrate English proficiency (and be exempt from the test requirement) in any of the following ways: For first-time freshmen: Graduated or will graduate from a secondary institution in which the primary medium of instruction was English (as indicated on the transcript or by a letter from the institution's registrar or equivalent school official) For transfer students: Completion of at least one academic year of college-level coursework conducted in English at a regionally accredited U.S. institution of higher learning (ESL coursework does not qualify towards the one full year exception) Successful completion of the ELS Language Center's English for Academic Purposes or ELS Language Center Level 112 (must have valid ELS 112 Certificate of Completion) Successful completion of the University of Central Florida's Center for Multilingual Multicultural Studies(CMMS) Intensive English Program (must have valid completion certificate) For any other questions regarding English proficiency requirements, please contact our staff ESL Contingent Admission Some applicants are acceptable to the University but have additional English language proficiency needs that the University believes can be met by taking English as a Second Language (ESL) courses through Webster University or another educational institution with which the University has an articulation agreement. These students will be accepted on a contingent basis that acknowledges their need to satisfactorily complete further work in English. Students admitted with an ESL contingency must meet the University's English language proficiency requirements as noted above before their contingent admission status can be waived. English Language Placement Testing Students admitted to the University on an ESL-contingent basis must complete the University's on-campus English language testing prior to registration for classes. The results of this evaluation will enable the academic advisor to place the student in appropriate coursework. Options include intermediate and/or advanced English as a Second Language (ESL) courses only, ESL courses in combination with academic courses, or academic courses only. Webster University will refer for testing any student about whose English language proficiency an academic department, an individual faculty member, or an academic advisor has concerns. The ESL recommendations will become part of the student's graduation requirements. Additional information on Webster University's ESL program can be found under International Languages and Cultures. Non-degree Status Approval Students who do not plan to seek a degree from Webster may request approval to take undergraduate courses at the University as a non-degree student. The non-degree application is available from the Office of Admission or the campus the student is interested in attending. Non-degree seeking students are prohibited by federal regulations from receiving federal financial aid. Non-degree application requirements include: Non-degree application (available at http://webster.edu/apply) A $35 non-refundable application fee. Transcript(s) from previous high school(s) and/or postsecondary institution(s) attended. Additional documentation may be requested at the University's discretion. The Admission Committee evaluates non-degree student applicantions for evidence of demonstrated potential for academic success. Non-degree candidates who meet regular University admission standards for freshmen or transfer students are normally approved. Registrations for non-degree students are processed on a space available basis beginning 30 days before the start of each semester. Non-degree students must document that any class prerequisites have been met and must maintain satisfactory academic progress at the University. Non-degree students must pay tuition in full at the time of registration. Non-degree students who would like to become degree-seeking may apply for admission for a subsequent term. A maximum of 30 credit hours may be earned as a non-degree student. Nondegree students approved for undergraduate study may not enroll in graduate-level coursework without a completed baccalaureate degree. Other Admission Information Study Abroad Information General information about degree-seeking study at Webster University's international campuses may be found on the website by clicking on the Worldwide Campuses tab and scrolling to The International Campuses. General information about the University's study abroad program at the international campuses can be obtained by contacting The Office of Study Abroad at worldview@webster.edu. All Webster University students enrolled at a United States campus and all U.S. citizens residing in the United States should contact the director for Webster University study abroad programs for admission information. Address, telephone, and fax information is listed in Special Study Opportunities. All non-u.s. citizens who wish to apply as degree-seeking at an International Campus and all U.S. citizens and Permanent Residents (Resident Alien Card Holders) residing abroad should contact the Admission Officer at the international campus they wish to attend for more information. International campus address, telephone, and fax information is listed in International Campuses for Undergraduates. Visas for Study Purposes International students who will require a student visa to begin educational study in a country where Webster has a campus may need to provide additional documentation. Local documentation requirements can vary by campus depending upon the applicant's citizenship and/or country of residence at the time of application. 14 Webster University 2015-2016 Undergraduate Studies Catalog